Taiwan Escape Room Actress Critical After Accidental Strangulation Incident
A 29-year-old actress surnamed Ng is in critical condition after being accidentally strangled by a rope while performing as a hanging ghost at a hospital-themed escape room in Taipei, Taiwan. The incident occurred on May 10 when an operational error caused the rope to tighten around her neck, leading to cardiac arrest. Participants noticed her distress and called for help, resulting in her resuscitation and transfer to intensive care. Ng’s brother alleged that the props were handmade without safety mechanisms like breakaway features and claimed there had been previous similar incidents. He also criticized the lack of surveillance and insufficient staffing. Authorities identified three major workplace safety violations, including the absence of a two-person buddy system, failure to conduct risk assessments, and lack of proper occupational safety training. Consequently, the escape room was ordered to halt operations, and six individuals were summoned for questioning. The business faces fines ranging from NT$30,000 to NT$300,000. Ng’s family has filed a formal complaint against the establishment, highlighting severe negligence in employee safety protocols within the entertainment venue.
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Taiwan Escape Room Actress Critical After Accidental Strangulation Incident
A 29-year-old actress surnamed Ng is in critical condition after being accidentally strangled by a rope while performing as a hanging ghost at a hospital-themed escape room in Taipei, Taiwan. The incident occurred on May 10 when an operational error caused the rope to tighten around her neck, leading to cardiac arrest. Participants noticed her distress and called for help, resulting in her resuscitation and transfer to intensive care. Ng’s brother alleged that the props were handmade without safety mechanisms like breakaway features and claimed there had been previous similar incidents. He also criticized the lack of surveillance and insufficient staffing. Authorities identified three major workplace safety violations, including the absence of a two-person buddy system, failure to conduct risk assessments, and lack of proper occupational safety training. Consequently, the escape room was ordered to halt operations, and six individuals were summoned for questioning. The business faces fines ranging from NT$30,000 to NT$300,000. Ng’s family has filed a formal complaint against the establishment, highlighting severe negligence in employee safety protocols within the entertainment venue.
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